Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important matches prior to the international break and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the following games."
